The Last Word with Matt Cooper

How would RTÉ's register of interests work for staff and contractors in the future?Ian Guider, Business Columnist with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Will Trump's latest assigned court date help him with the upcoming election?Cal Thomas, Nationally Syndicated Columnist, and Marion McKeone, US Correspondent with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

How can we spot and deal with psychosomatic illness and anxiety in our day to day lives?Dr. Brian Higgins joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Liverpool enjoyed an incredible win over Newcastle over the weekend, with only 10 men on the pitch.Mark Lawrenson, Tony Cascarino, and Miguel Delaney joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

A number of Irish people, including at least 3 women in their 30s have died this year as a result of travelling abroad for cosmetic procedures.Priscilla Lynch, Clinical Editor for the Medical Independent, and Professor Helen Heneghan, Consultant Bariatric Surgeon at St. Vincent’s Hospital joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

According to a report written by John Mooney, Crime Correspondent with The Sunday Times, issues have arisen within the Kinahane Cartel between Christy Kinahan Senior and son Daniel Kinahan.He joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page. 

Can we expect a long-awaited drop in energy prices in the coming months?Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with The Irish Independent and Adrian Cummins, Chief Executive for the Restaurant’s Association of Ireland joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Spain FA Chief won't quit, Presidential mugshot and potential culling of soap stars are just some of the topics covered in this weeks 'Week Trending'Lorcan Nyhan, Head of Training, Communications Clinic & Brianna Parkin, Irish Times Columnist join Matt to discussFor the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.

Elon Musk is threatening to get involved in Helen McEntee's hate speech laws and has promised to file legal action to stop it from becoming law. Michael McDowell, independent Senator, former AG and Minister for Justice joins Matt to discuss. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.

Ireland is set to play in their last rugby world build-up game. Matt Williams joins Matt to discuss. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.

With drone technology becoming more and more popular, how is it set to improve our lives in the coming years?Andy O’Donoghue joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Do Leaving Cert grading methods need to become tougher to combat the rising levels of university dropouts in recent years?Brian Mooney, Irish Times Education Columnist & Guidance Counsellor, and Bryan O’Mahony, President for Academic Affairs at USI joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

In last night's presidential debate, candidate Vivek Ramaswamy painted a bleak picture of the republican party's future contributions to global climate politics. Sadhbh O’Neill, Coordinator of the Stop Climate Chaos Coalition joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Assistant Commissioner Justin Kelly has said open drug use will surge if laws are liberalised in relation to the availability, consumption and possession of drugs. Dr Garett McGovern, GP specialising in addiction treatment and Medical Director of Priority Medical Clinic in Dundrum joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Wholesale energy prices are falling, but why isn't the consumer seeing a reduction in bills?Ian Guider from The Business Post dropped by for the weekly business slot.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

A shocking statistic has revealed that almost a quarter of Ireland's pubs have closed since 2005.108 pubs closed last year according to an annual survey.John Clendennen, President of the Vintners Federation of Ireland and Independent TD Michael Healy Rae joined The Last Word.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Our weekly money slot with Charlie Weston continues with a twist! This special includes Daragh Cassidy – Head of Communications with Bonkers.ie and Neasa Hourigan – Green Party TD for Dublin Central.Are Irish people getting enough from their banks? The Last Word discusses.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

There has been backlash to the NCT's decision to make their mandatory services cashless. Peadar Toibin, Aontu leader and TD for Meath West, and John Lowe, Financial Advisor, and Author of The Money Doctor joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Will Ireland have to face enormous fines from the EU in 2030 as a result of not meeting climate targets? Noel Cunniffe, Chief Executive at Wind Energy Ireland, and Dr. Muireann Lynch, Senior Research Officer on Energy Economics at ESRI joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Donald Trump has reportedly decided to ditch tomorrow's Republican debate to record an interview with Tucker Carlson. Cal Thomas, Nationally Syndicated Columnist, and Marion McKeone, US Correspondent with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

What should you be looking out for to avoid sending a sick child to school this September? Dr. Brian Higgins, GP from Galway Primary Care joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Statements have been released today by both Manchester United FC and Mason Greenwood confirming the player will not return to the club. Mark Lawrenson and Tony Cascarino joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Lucy Letby has received the rare sentence of full life in prison, meaning she will never be released. Tristan Kirk, Courts Correspondent for The Evening Standard in London joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Following the latest in a series of violent events in Dublin city centre, Gardaí plan to meet with local business owners to address ongoing safety concerns. Richard Guiney, Chief Executive at Dublin Town, and Conor Lally, Security and Crime Editor with The Irish Times joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Have you ever considered going Island hopping in Greece? Sarah Slattery joined The Last Word to chat everything you need to know for the trip of a lifetime. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Mark Lawrenson and Miguel Delaney joined The Last Word to give their predictions for the weekend's biggest football fixtures. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Shelbourne Hotel Sommelier, Nisea Doddy joined The Last Word to discuss her recommendations for the best wines to close out the summer! See her full list below. Trimbach Pinot Blanc Alsace (white) The Bee and the Flower Galicia (white) Ros Rose Navarra (rose) Drouhin Beaujolais Village (red) Jasci Montepulciano d’Abrusso (red) All available to buy. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Sarah McGuinness, Assistant News Editor with The Business Post, and Ben Finnegan, News Anchor with Today FM joined The Last Word to discuss the biggest stories of the week, including rumoured format changes for The Late Late Show! Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Man Utd have set a date for the reintegration of Mason Greenwood into the club. Noeline Blackwell, CEO of the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre, and Kieran Cunningham, Chief Sports Writer with The Irish Daily Star joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Legendary television presenter Michael Parkinson has sadly passed away at the age of 88. Former Late Late Show producer John Masterson joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Have you heard of greenwashing or greenshifting? Why are they so dangerous? Environmental Journalist and Commentator John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Questions are being asked about the Garda response to Bank of Ireland's major technical glitch earlier this week. Liam Herrick, Executive Director with the Irish Council For Civil Liberties joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

What are the findings of Grant Thornton's second report into the circumstances surrounding RTÉ's recent payment controversy? Ian Guider joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

According to CSO figures, Dublin house prices fell by 0.9% in June. Does this mean we have seen the peak for house prices in Dublin? Marian Finnegan, Managing Director of Residential and Advisory at Sherry Fitzgerald joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Bank Of Ireland has issued an apology following a bizarre event last night which allowed some customers to withdraw up to €1,000 in surplus of their balance. What caused this glitch? Andy O’Donoghue, Tech Journalist, and Brendan Burgess, Consumer Advocate and founder of askaboutmoney.com joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Donald Trump is facing a fourth indictment over attempts to overturn his 2020 general election defeat in Georgia. Cal Thomas, Nationally Syndicated Columnist and Marion McKeone, US Correspondent with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

According to Eurostat survey figures, 68% of Irish adults aged between 25 and 29 are still living in their family home. Dylan Cagney, a 28 year old living at home, and Senator Annie Hoey joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Hemochromatosis is an inherited condition that involves a gradual build up of iron stores, due to an inability to properly break down that iron. Ireland has the highest rate of this condition in the world. Dr. Illona Duffy joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Ryan Tubridy is reportedly in urgent meetings with RTÉ about the future of his career with the national broadcaster. Joe O’Shea and Elaine Burke joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Four tourists in their twenties from the UK were attacked in Temple Bar on Saturday night. A teenager has been arrested in relation to the incident and appeared in court today before being released on bail. Conor Lally, Crime & Security Editor with The Irish Times, and Trina O’Connor, Criminologist & Host of the Real Lives Untold podcast joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

After a long summer for parents trying to keep young children entertained while on school holidays, Sarah Slattery has some suggestions for things to do with the kids over the remainder of the school break. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Journalist Lise Hand and Mick Clifford, Special Correspondent with The Irish Examiner joined The Last Word to catch up on all of the biggest stories from the last week, including the recent Wild Youth controversy. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Week after week it has been reported there has been a shortfall in TV license revenue. Is it all down to RTÉ's recent controversey? Finola Doyle-O’Neill, Broadcast & Legal Historian at UCC, and Paul Murphy, People Before Profit TD joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

With interest rates increasing, is it time to introduce mortgage interest relief? Sean Canney, Independent TD for Galway East and part of the Regional Independent Group, and Professor Edgar Morgenroth, Professor of Economics at DCU Business School joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

John Gibbons joined The Last Word to clear up some of the popular myths around climate change and the transition to renewable energies. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Andy O’Donoghue joined The Last Word to discuss the latest innovations in the world of smartphone apps! See below for his full list of recommendations. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page. Shabaam Shabaam is a unique app that elevates the GIF-sharing experience. While GIFs have become a popular way to express emotions and reactions online, Shabaam takes it a step further by allowing users to add their own voice or sound effects to their favorite GIFs. The result is a short video that combines visual and auditory elements for a more engaging and personalized message. Whether it's adding commentary, a joke, or any sound of your choice, Shabaam provides a fresh twist to the traditional GIF. Yarn Yarn offers a novel storytelling experience tailored for the mobile generation. Instead of traditional narratives, Yarn presents stories in a text message format, giving users the sensation of peeking into someone else's conversations. The app boasts a diverse library of stories spanning genres like mystery, romance, comedy, and sci-fi. With daily updates and a unique presentation style, Yarn provides a fresh and immersive way to enjoy stories on the go. Forest by Seekrtech - sort of a Tamagotchi for productivity! Forest is more than just a productivity app; it's a motivation tool that encourages users to stay focused on their tasks. The concept is simple: plant a virtual tree and watch it grow as you work. However, if you get distracted and leave the app, the tree withers and dies. Over time, users can grow a virtual forest, symbolizing their accumulated focus and productivity. For an added touch of real-world impact, the app partners with Trees for the Future, allowing users to plant real trees through their virtual achievements. Noisli Noisli is a sound generator designed to enhance focus, relaxation, and productivity. Recognizing that everyone has their own preferred background noise, Noisli allows users to mix and match various sounds, such as rain, wind, waves, and birdsong, to create their ideal ambiance. Whether it's to drown out distractions, set the mood for relaxation, or create a conducive work environment, Noisli offers a customizable and immersive sound experience. Make A Cocktail Make A Cocktail is the first App developed by Make Me A Cocktail, probably the world’s biggest online cocktail resource, with over 3,500 recipes and a growing community of cocktail-making, home bar enthusiasts from around the world. Enter the ingredients you have in front of you, from all the spirits and mixers in your cupboard to juices and wine in the fridge and even add stranger ingredients like eggs if you have them! The app shows you cocktails you can make right now, with simple to follow recipes! Browse the cocktails by base spirit or type or have a go at the featured cocktail of the day! Tasty Over 3000 Tasty recipes now at your fingertips; an all-new Step-By-Step instruction mode; ‘My Recipes’ page which serves as your very own mobile cookbook, and an innovative Search tool that allows you to filter by any ingredients, cuisine and social occasion you’re in the mood for! OpenTable The OpenTable app is a one-stop-shop for everything dining, but is best known as the booking system used by restaurants, so it's ideal for using if you're on holidays or travelling. Kindle App The Kindle app is Amazon's official e-reader application that allows users to access and read their Kindle e-books on various devices without needing a physical Kindle device.

Is public enthusiasm for converting to electric vehicles dimming? Neil Briscoe, Motoring Journalist with The Irish Times and CompleteCar.ie, and Geraldine Herbert, Motoring Editor and Columnist with The Sunday Independent joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

The average interest rate on new mortgage agreements in Ireland went above 4% in June. This is the highest level in over two decades. Charlie Weston joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

The Government has published a review of a new 7 pillar AI strategy, which will aim to "build public trust". Dara Calleary, Minister for Trade Promotion, Digital and Company Regulation joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Our weekly music slot continues with John Caddell and Dee Reddy. Sinéad O'Connor being laid to rest, Lizzo defending her name in the wake of allegations, and music from Liam Gallagher was on the agenda today. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.